Intestinal Stricture
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Advanced Treatment Options
Advanced Emergency & Digestive Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is an Intestinal Stricture?
An intestinal stricture is an abnormal narrowing of the intestine that restricts the normal movement of food and fluids.
It can cause partial or complete bowel obstruction and may require medical or surgical treatment, depending on severity.
Common Causes of Intestinal Stricture
✔ Crohn’s disease
✔ Intestinal tuberculosis
✔ Previous abdominal surgery
✔ Radiation therapy
✔ Chronic inflammation
✔ Tumors of the intestine
Symptoms of Intestinal Stricture
✔ Recurrent abdominal pain
✔ Bloating and abdominal distension
✔ Nausea and vomiting
✔ Constipation
✔ Difficulty passing stools
✔ Weight loss
Emergency Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Severe abdominal pain
🚨 Persistent vomiting
🚨 Complete bowel obstruction
🚨 Signs of bowel ischemia
Severe intestinal stricture may require emergency surgery.
How Is Intestinal Stricture Diagnosed?
✔ Blood tests
✔ CT scan abdomen
✔ MRI enterography
✔ Barium studies
✔ Colonoscopy or enteroscopy
Treatment of Intestinal Stricture
Non-Surgical Treatment
✔ Medications (for inflammatory causes)
✔ Endoscopic balloon dilatation
✔ Nutritional support
✔ Observation in mild cases
When Is Surgery Required?
✔ Complete obstruction
✔ Failure of conservative treatment
✔ Recurrent symptoms
✔ Suspected malignancy
Surgical Treatment Options
✔ Resection of narrowed segment
✔ Strictureplasty
✔ Laparoscopic bowel surgery
Advantages of Laparoscopic Surgery
✔ Minimal scarring
✔ Less postoperative pain
✔ Faster recovery
✔ Shorter hospital stay
Recovery & Follow-Up
✔ Gradual diet advancement
✔ Nutritional counseling
✔ Monitoring for recurrence
✔ Long-term follow-up
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Bowel perforation
✔ Malnutrition
✔ Emergency surgery
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in complex intestinal disorders
✔ Advanced minimally invasive techniques
✔ Personalized treatment planning
✔ Comprehensive surgical care
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Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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